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Spanish ,Minor

Spanish, Minor


Classic Languages, International, Interpreter, Language, Spanish Studies, Translation, foreign language, spanish

Advance your communication abilities and cultural knowledge through this minor program in Spanish.

Description

This 18-credit-hour minor helps students hone their Spanish communication skills and gain the cultural knowledge that can help them serve the needs of the growing U.S. Latino community.

The combination of professionally focused courses and practical experience in this program enhances students' professional preparation for employment in positions that require advanced proficiency in Spanish and an in-depth understanding of U.S. Latino culture.

This program is only offered on ASU's Downtown Phoenix campus.

At a glance
Program requirements

The Spanish minor requires a total of 18 credit hours. A grade of "C" (2.00 on a 4.00 scale) or better is required for all courses. Pass/Fail courses cannot be used.
Required Courses -- 6 credit hours
Electives (choose one Focus Area below) -- 12 credit hours
Upper Division Focus Area (12)
Students will select twelve upper-division credit hours from one of the three Focus Areas: Spanish for the Professions, Professional Spanish and Latinx Cultures for Social Care and Public Work, or Professional Spanish and Latinx Cultures for Heritage Speakers.
Spanish for the Professions
Professional Spanish and Latinx Cultures for Social Care and Public Work
Professional Spanish and Latinx Cultures for Heritage Speakers
For additional upper-division electives, students should consult their academic advisor.
Prerequisite courses may be needed in order to complete the requirements of this minor.

Enrollment requirements

GPA Requirement: 2.00

Incompatible Majors: BA in Spanish

Other Enrollment Requirements: Completion of SPA 314 Spanish Conversation and Composition, or SPA 316 Advanced Spanish II for Bilinguals, or permission of instructor following the successful completion of the Spanish for the Professions Placement Exam given by the College of Integrative Sciences and Arts. Students should contact the college to schedule.

Current ASU undergraduate students may pursue a minor and have it recognized on their ASU transcript at graduation. Minor requirements appear on the degree audit once the minor is added. Certain major and minor combinations may be deemed inappropriate by the college or department of either the major program or the minor. Courses taken for the minor may not count toward both the major and minor.

Career opportunities

Graduates who have combined the minor in Spanish with their major program of study may be more marketable to employers.

Graduates can serve in professional settings such as health and legal services, journalism, business, social work and criminology, among others fields

Students who complete this undergraduate minor have many options for career opportunities in a variety of fields, including:

  • business
  • community interpretation
  • education
  • engineering and urban planning
  • government
  • health care services
  • legal and justice systems
  • social work
  • tourism
Contact information
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Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.

3 year programs

These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.

Accelerated master's

These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).

Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
What are concurrent programs?
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
What are joint programs?
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.

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What is the Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE)?
The Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) is a program in which residents of western states (other than Arizona) may be eligible for reduced nonresident tuition. See more information and eligibility requirements on the Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) program.

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